DeanCarl Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Just wanted to say a huge "THANK YOU" to all you folks for your kind words and support. I've been doing better the last few days. I'm still a quart low in the energy department, but I HAVE been able to find the right combination and amount of pain meds (a very small dose of vicoden and a couple of Ibuprophens) that knock out the pain without knocking ME out! So while I may get out and about a bit less than before I can still do most of the things I want to do. Now for the title of this post. The roses are gone and the poppies haven't "popped" yet. But this morning I found out we have morning glories! Big red ones! I was able to watch as one of them bloomed over a 2 hour period this morning. Started out as a red cone and opened up slowely until it was this big red blossem. And not just a litte opening up either. By the time it was fully open the pettles were spread WAY out. Kinda like a little kid with his arms spread way out and telling the world "I love you THIS much"! And ya know, sitting there watching that with my cat on my lap and listing to my morning music I realized that, cancer or no cancer, it just don't get any better than this. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Dean - yep, you're right. I seriously doubt it gets any better than that. you know, some people pay alot of money to go on vacation just to experience something like that, and you have it right out your back door! I am so glad you are doing a little better. Thank you for appreciating the little things, it helps me to continue appreciating them as well. God Bless, Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Dean when I read your posts. You sound so Grateful for this life, even with the cancer. I want that. I feel ashamed that at the moment I am consumed with the eventual loss of my father and today I am so angry and bitter again at the unfairness of life and what cancer does to people and families. I wish I could be grateful for having my father today, but I cant see that at this moment. I am a weak person I guess. I just need so much work in that department. You are truly a wonderful person and I wish I could meet you to learn from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Red? Really red? Red red or fushia red? I've never seen a red morning glory Dean. Around these parts we have blue, white and like a pinkish purple (fushia) color. Lucky California whackos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 What a treat! It took me back to my kid days, when we lived out in the country, and I planted my own morning glories. It was a great treat to watch them open up to the world in the morning and close for the night. I have always favored them. Take care, good buddy. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 DEAN,SO glad your feeling better and only 1 quart low.Heck I'm usually at least 1 qt. low myself.Sounds like that was an enjoyable moment,I'm very glad for you.You are very deserved of that and many more to come.Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Dean, Glad you are gaining back a little strength. I am with Ry, I have only seen blue and white. Never red. have you been tipping that little bottle lately. hum, maybe that is what is giving you that extra strengthoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Dean, So glad to hear your up and tickin again. Hope it keeps up. Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean, I'm so glad you posted. I've been thinking about you all week. I'm very, very glad you got a balance with the pain meds that are helping you through that part. I'm even more happy to hear how much you are enjoying watching your flowers bloom. I just know that is music to God's ears to have his children so enjoy His beautiful creations. I expect He is smiling and all His angels are singing! God love you, Dean, and I'm so glad you're feeling better. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 I am so happy to read the wonder and appreciation of life in your posts. You are indeed a special person. Glad you are feeling better. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Love Morning Glories... Here are some red / hybrid color pics.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Oh those are wonderful! Thanks for posting them Rick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean - What a wonderful post.... I absolutely smiled from ear to ear reading it... I am so happy to hear you are feeling better and enjoying those little things that happen all around you that are truly beautiful. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dear Dean, I could sure feel a sense of peace reading your post..glad to hear you are feeling a little better and praying for many more good days to come for you.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dear Dean, I was wondering if a Quart of Energy costs MORE then a Gal. of Gas? Maybe we could take up a donation and send you a Quart of Energy!!! Silly ME! I have Red Morning Glories also. I put a mix of color (Purple, White, Red, Pink) together and they are just beautiful. So glad to hear your doing a little better. I just hope you'll be doing a little better each day! I'll continue to keep you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJ Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean, What a beautiful posting. I'm glad you are feeling better and I hope you retrieve that "quart" of energy. Maybe we should all stop and smell the roses a little more often! BJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 What a nice post! Glad you are feeling a little bit better. Enjoy your morning glories! Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeR Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean, I just read your post and I'm so happy to hear you are feeling better! What a beautiful message. It is so great to see someone find so much joy in watching a flower blossom, with the love of a pet, and some beautiful music in the background. What a great person you must be and I admire you so much. Just reading your post puts some calm in my life. I find it difficult to get through each day and it's not even me with the cancer... it is my dad. My dad's pulmonary Dr. told my dad "Just remember to live each day to it's fullest because NOBODY is guaranteed a tomorrow". I try to remember this so I don't dwell on the bad times and miss out on what I am so lucky to have in my life right at this moment. Looking forward to reading your post when those poppies bloom!!! Thanks for brightening my day. Diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 There is a first time for everything. Those morning glories are beautiful Rick. You have both red and orange. I will have to look for seeds for me some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean, So glad that you can find joy in the simple things in life, like watching flowers bloom. If we pay attention, we will see all of God's little miracles! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 By the time it was fully open the pettles were spread WAY out. Kinda like a little kid with his arms spread way out and telling the world "I love you THIS much"! Dean Dean, what a marvelous description. I can see it in my mind. Thank you. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 Dean Carl, Good for you! I am one of your biggest fans, I want you to know. XOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 DeanCarl, so nice to see you! Once again, you've woven your words into a tapestry that brought those morning glories to life for me......thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natalie Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 Dean, I swear, you have such an amazing spirit...you constantly remind me what life is all about. I'm going to look at my garden today and see what new things are growing. Some times I forget to appreciate nature and it's wonderful things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayos Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 Dean...The whole world seems better after reading one of your posts. Now we need you to get better too............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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